Charming Spain

After landing at Madrid airport and going through immigration and customs, you will be taken to your hotel accommodation. This will be a great chance to go and explore Madrid, one of Europe’s most energetic cities. It’s also worth considering a special drive (known as an “Illuminated Madrid” through the hectic streets of the old part of the city. This terminates at the imposing Plaza Mayor. It is full of history and there many of the typical restaurants and taverns where, of course, you will be able to enjoy delicious “tapas”. The Premium Package also has the bonus of a tapas dinner. When you are ready, you can return to your hotel.

A buffet breakfast. This morning you will be able to appreciate some of Madrid’s exceptional attractive landmarks by means of a guided tour. You will see the busy Gran Via, the Alcala Gate the Plaza de Oriente and the Plaza de España. You now have free time to choose where to take your lunch. The PREMIUM PACKAGE will include a lunch. This afternoon there is an optional tour to Toledo. This tour is highly recommended as Toledo was the Imperial former capital city. You will be able to see and feel the medieval ambiance. As you enjoy navigating your way through the cobblestone streets you will also see the imposing Gothic cathedral and also have the chance to see El Greco’s timeless painting which is displayed in St. Tome Church. Do you like shopping? There will time to browse the typical local artisan’s work. The Premium Package will include this tour to Toledo. Return to hotel in Madrid.

After a buffet breakfast we depart to the Extremadura region. Again, steeped in history, this was once home to many of the famous “conquistadors”. Arriving in the bygone municipality of Merida, there will be free lunch time. Lunch will be included in the Premium Package. You will then go to your accommodation in Seville but not before having the possibility of visiting the fascinating and evocative Roman amphitheatre archaeological site.

Once again you will start your day with a buffet breakfast, with this morning’s marvellous tour exploring the gracious and charming city of Seville, Spain’s third largest. Here you will see the Tower of Gold, the tranquil and heavenly Maria Luisa Park, the quaint Santa Cruz Quarter, and finally the Giralda Tower stationed on one of the world’s largest cathedrals. After this, you will have the option of either taking a once-in-a-lifetime Guadalquivir river boat tour or spending some free time for lunch to eat and explore. With our Premium Package, lunch and the Guadalquivir river boat tour will be included for you at no extra fee. Your afternoon is then free to allow you to continue exploring and shopping, giving you the chance to explore this historic city into the early evening. Once you have finished, an optional Flamenco Show in the evening is suggested, with the enjoyment of local wine. With our Premium Package, the Flamenco Show is included for no you at no extra fee. Following this busy day you will return to your accommodation ready for the next day.

Once again this morning you will enjoy a beautiful range of food presented in a buffet breakfast. After your luscious breakfast, you will be guided on an escorted tour of the magnificent Alhambra and the verdant Gardens of the Generalife. Following this tour, you will journey towards the world-famous resort area of Costa del Sol, until travelling to your accommodation for the night.

After your buffet breakfast, you will experience city tour of the city and the new area of Museums. In the early afternnon continuation north to Barcelona, one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities. In the evening, it is suggested to dine at the Pueblo Español, featuring architectural replicas from all of Spain’s regions. Our Premium Package includes dinner and entrance tonight.

First, you will once again enjoy a lovely buffet breakfast, then enjoy an escorted tour of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. See the ancient Gothic Quarter with its magnificent cathedral. Stop to admire the exterior of Gaudi’s masterwork, the Basilica of the Sacred Family (Sagrada Familia). Continue to Montjuich Hill (site of the Olympic Stadium), to enjoy a spectacular view of Barcelona and its port area. Free time for lunch, perhaps in the Olympic Port area. Luncheon included today in our Premium Package. Afternoon free.

On your final day, you will have your last buffet breakfast before transferring to the airport and beginning your journey home. Option to book extra nights in Barcelona.